How we cite our quotes: (Section.Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
"Only six more days of school," Ned said gleefully.
"Six more days," said Billy.
"Six more days," Papa echoed, shaking his head. "Where did the year go?"
Billy and Ned swung their arms dramatically, lifted their knees high, and jutted their chins. They marched and chanted through the still, heavy air. "Six more days! Six more days!" (4.5.15-18)
By the time the school year is over, it seems to have just flown by. The funny thing is that at the beginning of second grade, the whole year ahead seemed pretty daunting. But before Billy knows it, there are only six days left of school. What do you figure the characters think about the way time has passed in this book? It sounds to us like Billy and Ned are seriously thrilled. But what about Papa? What does his tone sound like?